The Lone Star State’s Capitol—this Central Texas gem is a favorite among avid travelers, live music fans, and BBQ lovers.

Austin City Guide

Explore Austin

Teams are flocking to the Texas state capital for more than just the mouthwatering Texas BBQ—though, that’s definitely a perk. It’s a city known for its music, food, and outdoor adventure options. An offsite trifecta that you can combine for a perfect day in Austin.

Start your day with breakfast tacos, hit the Lake for a private boat tour offering a different vista of Austin, and end the day by discovering one of the 250+ live music venues or hire a local musician for a private show. Is there anything more you can ask for in a company offsite?

Since the city is booming, the development of new hotels and venues is at an all-time high and new direct flights are being added often. In fact, they now have direct flights to over 50 United States cities, so your team can access the city even more easily and affordably.

Spring: 55–75°F
Summer: 72–92°F
Autumn: 60–80°F
Winter: 40–60°F

Avg hotel cost

$$
Walk score

42
Transit score

35

Our favorite picks

Hotels

Camp Lucy

Tucked into Texas Hill Country, this retreat destination has everything you need. On-site bars and restaurants, expert-led activities, and a gorgeous natural setting to explore.

Thompson Austin

A 2-minute walk from a lively street lined with bars, this refined hotel is offers polished restaurants, a hip rooftop bar/eatery, and gorgeous pool.

Austin Proper

A world-class luxury boutique hotel just steps from Lady Bird Lake which includes an upscale Mediterranean restaurant, 2 casual eateries, and a cocktail bar.

Restaurants

Justine's Brasserie

Well-known for its late-night dinner service—the kitchen closes at 1:30 a.m.—Justine's serves up French classics at your table and at the bar. Think French onion soup served with cheese crusting the ramekin and escargot with a Sidecar or French 75.

Kemuri Tatsu-ya

This Texas-smokehouse-as-izakaya is unlike anything else in Austin. Even Kemuri Tatsu-ya’s interior is a hybrid of Japanese and Texan aesthetics: Austere wood paneling and intimate booths are reminiscent of little spots in Tokyo, but Texas-pride taxidermy hangs on the walls.

Lenoir

Named for the grape with hardy rootstock growing all over the Texas Hill Country, this space is an homage to the beauty of the state. Since opening early in 2012, its focus has always been on cooking the best of what Central Texas has to offer with spice, heat, and robust flavor.

Experiences

Lake Austin activities

Kayaking, paddle boarding, swimming, cruises, and more. Lake Austin is a beloved destination for cooling off from the hot Texan sun and keeping active.

Lone Star Ranch

Consistently named one of the "Best things to do in Austin." More than just trail rides, they offer a whole slew of Texas adventures and outdoor ranch experiences.

Upstairs Circus

This DIY workshop-meets-bar concept brings your team together for leather working, woodworking, and more, while sipping craft cocktails, beer, and wine.